I’ve experienced several life changes in the last 8 years including going back to school at mid-life, late ADHD diagnosis, navigating post menopause symptoms, coming out of the broom closet, and eliminating alcohol. My life experiences have shaped me into the therapist I thrive to be with my clients. As a relational therapist, I support individual adults struggling with anxiety; executive functioning challenges, relational issues with family, partners or friends; past childhood & relational trauma causing present day obstacles; navigating life transitions; women experiencing perimenopause and menopause phases; and clients curious about making a life change to eliminate alcohol. I have a direct approach to therapy from a place of compassion, transparency, creativity, humor, and curious engagement. I specialize in working with behavioral and relational issues from a trauma informed lens and feel passionate to work one-on-one with adult individuals. I view the healing journey as unique, integrating psychodynamic therapeutic approaches to meet the needs of each client I work with. My focus is to establish a trusting, empathetic relationship with you as an important part of the therapeutic process. Collaboratively, we will work to manage your struggles and facilitate your goals towards reclaiming agency over the presenting issues that have brought you to therapy. My hope is to create a compassionate and brave space for you to openly share your story, expand your awareness, and feel empowered to discover new pathways that bring you to personal growth and healing.
Samantha Tracy, MA, LPC (she/her)
Licensed Professional Counselor
My Commitment to Social Justice
As a cisgender, white, straight, neurodivergent, childless, abled bodied woman, I acknowledge my responsibility to confront systems of oppression and decolonization to work towards the dismantling of white supremacy, ableism, homophobia, and gender biases. I am committed to engage in the work to examine my own biases, stereotypes, privilege and worldview with the intention of contributing to the creation of a more equitable and inclusive world.
Training & Education
Oregon Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists, License #C8696
Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, George Fox University
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Social Science, Portland State University
Additional trainings completed in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Anxiety Therapy, Attachment, Mindfulness Therapy, IFS (Informed), Trauma Informed, Polyvagal Theory Therapy, Somatic Therapy (Informed), and AuDHD.
About Me
When I’m not working with my clients, I am connecting in nature and exploring the Pacific Northwest in a travel trailer with my husband of 23 years and our dog, Skya. I value morning routines in solitude to explore my personal spirituality, tarot/oracle cards, and journaling. I also enjoy creating art, practicing yoga, live music, gardening, bird watching, hiking, city e-bike rides, pilates, and kayaking on a calm lake.

